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simplify 5(x-2)-3(2-x)

Solution

simplify

5 (x - 2) - 3 (2 - x)

Solution

8 x - 16

Solution steps

5 (x - 2) - 3 (2 - x)

Expand

5 (x - 2) : 5 x - 10

= 5 x - 10 - 3 (2 - x)

Expand

- 3 (2 - x) : - 6 + 3 x

= 5 x - 10 - 6 + 3 x

Group like terms

= 5 x + 3 x - 10 - 6

Add similar elements:

5 x + 3 x = 8 x

= 8 x - 10 - 6

Subtract the numbers:

- 10 - 6 = - 16

= 8 x - 16

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is 5(x-2)-3(2-x) ?
The solution to 5(x-2)-3(2-x) is 8x-16